The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks a Legal Officer (P-3) located in the Corporate Services Division, Legal Unit, at the Nairobi duty station. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Legal Officer, the incumbent provides legal research, advisory and drafting support on a broad range of institutional, administrative, operational and corporate legal matters.
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice on UNEP corporate and institutional matters, including the interpretation of the UN legal and regulatory framework
- Draft, review and assist in negotiating legal instruments such as MOUs, cooperation and contribution agreements, hosting agreements and procurement contracts
- Provide legal advice on administrative law, human resources and staff management matters
- Assist in representing the Organization before the Management Evaluation process and the UN Dispute Tribunal
- Provide legal research and advice on matters arising from OIOS investigations, audits and oversight activities
- Advise on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), sexual harassment and misconduct-related issues
- Conduct legal research and prepare opinions, briefs, reports and correspondence
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in international law or a related field
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in law, including legal analysis, research and writing
- Experience in administrative law, human resources and staff management matters
Skills & Competencies:
- Professionalism, accountability and teamwork
- Strong legal drafting and analytical ability
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English (UN Level III)
How to Apply
About United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.
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